Mice and Men

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Loneliness is a recurrent theme in Of Mice and Men. Select three of the major characters and describe how loneliness impacts the character’s daily life and actions. Cite specific incidents from the novel to support your opinions.

Compare the characters Slim and Curley. In what ways are they similar? How does Steinbeck use them to suggest opposing forces in human nature?

Though George wants to keep his plans about owning a ranch secret, both Crooks and Candy learn of the scheme, and both want to become part of it. Why? What does this tell you about the significance of George’s plan?

In chapter 4, Crooks tells Lennie: “Books ain’t no good. A guy needs somebody— to be near him.” What do you think Crooks means? What is Steinbeck trying to suggest by this comment?

In chapter 3, Carlson takes Candy’s dog away and shoots it. What is the significance of this incident in the novel?